First VITA PLUS POWERun 2013

The First Vita Plus Powerun 2013 will be held on February 24, 2013 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

The run is open to all individuals, with categories of 3KM, 5KM, and 10KM distances. A special 500 meter dash is prepared for kids 6-10 years old.

BENEFICIARIES

•Share and Care Foundation

•Child House Foundation

•UP/PGH Children Cancer Ward

RACE CATEGORIES
500m Kid’s Dash – Kids 6 – 10 years old
3KM
5KM
10KM

REGISTRATION SITES

•Chris Sports Outlets

–Festival Mall

–Glorietta

–SM MOA

–SM Megamall

–SM North EDSA

•Fitness and Athletics in BGC

•First Vita Plus Head Office
2F Suntree Bldg.
Meralco Avenue
Ortigas

GUN START TIME

REGISTRATION FEES

Registration will be from November 18, 2012 to February 20, 2013. Register early and avail the discounted race fees with the Early Bird Rate.

Run BGC 2012 Race Route

Updated race route maps for the upcoming Run BGC race on Sunday, Nov. 25.

Registration for this race is

extended until Friday, Nov. 23.

See you on Sunday at Run BGC!

Photos Talk - Team JRunning @ RU2

 Thanks to Unilab and Runrio for the photos and a great race!

Socks matter

A few months ago I was privileged for being invited in a product launch of Thorlos socks. Probably one of the best part of being invited to such events was that you get to test the product or get them for free. In the case of Thorlos, they gave each of the bloggers 2 pairs of socks, a trouser socks and a running socks.

During the Thorlos blogger's night

Having known the value of having a very good pair of socks for running, I intentionally limited the use of my free Thorlos socks to more important races/events.

On the casual socks

One of my tasks in our agency is to video document projects and events in our office or in the field. Just last year, we unveiled the marker of the Station Balanacan in Mogpog, Marinduque. 

the station marker

The station is the first Geodetic Control Point in the country established in 1911 which is also referred to as the Luzon Datum. It was situated on top of the highest peak in Marinduque. Early this year, we inspected the site for new developments introduced in the area by the local government of Marinduque. 

Our team

Having been there several times I knew that we will be in for a long hike going on top of the mountain. I decided to use my Thorlos trouser socks for a test. 

It may not be appropriate, but I still insisted on using it. I used it with an ordinary rubber shoes.

with tripod and video camera on our way up to the station

It was a steep climb to the top and I had a great time with my Thorlos which spared me from blisters from the long hike. The socks perfectly fit my feet which made me more comfortable.

the road going up

final approach to the station

The stone (geodetic control point) and the marker

On the running socks

I used my first pair of Thorlos running socks at least twice on my short training runs prior to the Run United 2 just to break it in. Team JRunning was registered in the 21K and wearing the right socks and shoes would definitely be a must for the distance category. It was raining when we started at the BGC going to SM MOA and most runners would agree that wearing wet socks would most certainly cause blisters. Contrary to this belief, Thorlos saved me from such an ordeal. I felt drier throughout the race. 

@ RU2, 2012

The same with the trouser socks, the running socks perfectly hugs my feet which gave me comfort as if I was wearing nothing. The padding, especially on the heel part, gave a good cushion on my heel as I did more walk (which forced you to make a heel strike compared to a mid-foot strike while running) during the race.

Overall, Thorlos socks performed highly exceptional. The cost may be a bit more expensive as compared to other regular socks but it really does give more benefit and comfort. We call this value for money. Swthrt and I want to buy more Thorlos socks as we are planning to run more races as much as we can in our lifetime.

My GERD and running

In my previous post, I mentioned about me having Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD or acid reflux, is a condition in which the acidified liquid content of the stomach regurgitates (backs up or refluxes) into the esophagus. 

I have tried to run several times around our village and have continued to experience chest pain that hinders me to run continuously. The burning sensation on my chest even radiates to my back and shoulders. I also felt some numbness on my head. It was really frustrating that I cannot even sustain a 500m continuous run. I just have to be contented in doing a brisk walk. In this manner I reduced the tightness that I felt in my chest. Have anyone of you experienced the same?

Last Saturday, 12 May 2012, I finally consulted a Gastroenterologist for medical intervention. I am now on my third day of taking Omeprazole daily 30 min to an hour before breakfast to control the acid reflux from my stomach. I will be taking this for at least a month before going back to my doctor. And as the doctor says, if symptoms persist endoscopy will be needed.  There’s also some diet restriction which includes tomato based foods, citrus fruits, chocolates and most especially coffee.  Eating small frequent meals is also suggested.

Hopefully, my conditions will be better in time for the Unilab Run United 2 which will be held on June 17 at SM Mall of Asia. Swthrt and I will run the 21K category which starts at the Bonofacio Global City and ends in SM MOA.

See you guys this coming June for the 2^nd leg of the Run United Series!

FIC Run - Register now and represent your channel

Fox International Channel and Runrio Inc. launched last night the FIC RUN at the Skye Lounge at Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. The fun run had four distance categories representing four channels of Fox International namely, Fox, Star Movies, Star World, and National Geographic Channel. Each channel provides a bit of its flavor in their respective categories.FIC Run, will be held on March 25, 2012 at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) with 500m (Fox – Costume Run), 3k ( Star Movies Blockbuster Run), 5k (Star World Lifestyle Run, 10k (National Geographic Advocacy Run)Channel  race categories.

 Register now and represent your channel!

Limited slots only!

REGISTRATION VENUES

ONLINE Registration: Opening Soon!

In-Store REGULAR Registration: February 22, to March 21, 2012

RIOVANA

• BGC - 9th Ave corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City - Mon-Thurs : 11am to 9pm; Fri-Sun : 10am to 10pm

• KATIPUNAN – 3rd Floor Regis Center, Katipunan, QC (infront of Ateneo de Manila University) - Mon-Sun : 10am to 8pm

Athelete’s Foot

•Robinsons Galleria - Mon-Sun, 12nn to 8pm

TOBY’S

•SM Mall of Asia - Mon-Sun, 12nn to 8pm

JRunning solo @ BHS

Last night, I had a chance to run at BHS while waiting for Swthrt to finish her work. It was not that easy especially at the start. There was a strong temptation to stay at the Customer Lounge of Honda and just  watch TV. It’s  great to sit back and relax since Josh and I just have a hearty meal at Market Market where I also bought myself a guitar tuner. Josh was also pleading me to go with him at BHS Timezone. The only saving grace which push me to run was the constant greetings of the security guards at Honda who knew that Swthrt and I run regularly, “Good evening sir, di ka ba tatakbo?” Isn’t  that a great way to remind me that I have to run. Swthrt also knew that I was going to run, so at around 6:45 pm I got myself ready. It’s always been hard for me to start a run. I need some time for my body to warm up and adjust to the stress brought about by running. I also prefer an early morning run rather than a night run. It’s been a long time since I ran around BHS. The number of runners have increased dramatically since then. There was also a running clinic by Milo Apex being held last night and I also noticed a group of runners assembled near ROX probably getting ready for a group run. After running a couple of rounds, I was missing my running mate Swthrt who really wanted to run but was tied with work. It’s a boring run without her. We have been used to running together in races and in trainings that we enjoy every minute of it. It was a great bonding moment for us. We talk anything and everything. Anyway, we are looking forward to our long run this Saturday.  I finished my run after 5 rounds at the BHS and returned back to Honda.

How about you? What do you prefer, an early morning or a night run? Do you like to run alone or with a partner or group?

Keep on running runners!

Have a great run or race this weekend!

Run To be fit @ NBA Fit Run

Last Monday, 25 July 2011, NBA Fit together with Air 21 launched the 2^nd NBA Fit Run. It was attended by runners/bloggers and officials from NBA Fit and Air 21. The event will be the culminating activity of a 14 day health and fitness campaign of NBA Fit to various schools, colleges and universities in the Philippines.  The NBA Fit promotes healthy lifestyle and advocates the fight against obesity. The event presented by Air 21 will be held on August 7, 2011 at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Distance categories of 3K, 5K, 10K and 21K will be available for different types of runners from beginners to elites.

Event Details

Event Name         :  NBA Fit Run presented by Air21

Event Date           :  Sunday, 07 August 2011

Time                     :  5:00am to 10.00am (TBC)

Race Owner         :  NBA Fit, Air21

Race Organizer   :  RunRio, Inc.

Entry Fee             :  3k – PhP 400 
                                5k – PhP 500
                                10k – PhP 500
                                21k – PhP 600

Start Point            :   7^th Ave., Bonifacio Global City

End Point              :   9^th Ave., Bonifacio Global City

Distance               :   3k, 5k, 10k, 21k

For More Details Click Here

Register Now

Note: A centralized three-day singlet claiming activity will be held on August 4, 5 and 6 at the NBA Fit – Air21 Activity Area which will be available at the spaces covered by the corners of 7th Avenue, 28th Avenue, 9th Avenue and 26th Avenue of the Bonifacio Global City. 

Yamaha Run 2011 Recap

The experience we have at the Yamaha Run for Heroes was no different from the other 21K races we participated in lately. Though we were blessed with a fine weather, it was quite humid and hot. Again, we started slow trying to keep a constant pace. We wanted to run without pressure of setting a PR but keeping in mind that we are dedicating the run to our personal hero Ninong Nomer. The familiarity with the area in Fort Bonifacio and Makati also helped in eased our tensions. It was a great run even though we finished (2:51:14) a little slower than our usual finishing time for this category.  Congratulations to Yamaha Motors Philippines for helping the families of our gallant soldiers through this charity run, and to Runrio for another well-organized race! 

photos by Greentennial